Dry snow all the way up to Baden-Powell; tried to use snowshoes but they sank all the way to the bottom just like boots. Not much snow on the south side all the way down to Ross. I really enjoyed the views off both sides of the ridge from Baden-Powell to Ross.

Completed the remaining eastern San Gabriels starting with Circle Mtn, then Pinyon Ridge, and finishing with Ross Mtn. Don't forget the double snow ascent of Baden Powell -- the second one hurt. Finished by assisting in a helicopter wince rescue of a climber who had slipped down the slope into a tree.

Did this one with Wingding the second time, took about 6.5 hours. Much easier and cooler the second time around. First time via Burnham ridge and second time from Vincent Gap. When the 2 is open, Burnham ridge is the shortest route.